1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
